About this experience
Discover one of Canada’s most thrilling hidden adventures—canyoning in Port Alice, BC. Unlike hiking or rafting, canyoning lets you fully immerse yourself in waterfalls as you rappel, climb, and swim through breathtaking natural features carved by water over centuries. Whether you choose a quick quarter-day adventure, a more challenging half-day, or the ultimate full-day descent, every trip is designed to build confidence, deliver adrenaline, and showcase stunning canyon scenery. With professional guides, top-quality gear, and routes suitable for first-timers and adventurers alike, this is a rare opportunity to experience waterfalls from the inside out.
At a glance
- Duration: 4 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 4 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Fully certified guide
- Wetsuit, harnes and helmet
Not included
- Fully closed footwear, running or light hiking shoes that can get wet are required for this activity
- Please note that water shoes and Keen-style hiking sandals are NOT suitable and will NOT be accepted
- A vehicle to drive yourselves from the meeting point to the trailhead
- Bathing suit, water, snacks and towel
Itinerary and highlights
Port Alice Canyoning Tour Taster (2–3 hrs)
Start at the base of the falls, suit up in wetsuits, helmets, and harnesses, then climb to the top of the second cascade. After a rappel tutorial, you’ll descend directly into the waterfall—an adrenaline-filled experience in a stunning natural setting. The trip ends in a crystal-clear pool where you can swim and soak up the beauty.
Port Alice Canyoning Tour Explorer (3–4 hrs)
This extended trip takes you higher up the canyon for multiple rappels. Start with a short vertical drop into a deep pool perfect for jumping and swimming, followed by a dramatic descent down a massive waterfall with ledges and natural obstacles. Finish with the final two rappels into the main pool, building skill and confidence as you go.
Port Alice Canyoning Tour Conquest (6–8 hrs)
The ultimate canyoning experience. After a hike to the top with sweeping views, gear up for 9 rappels, natural slides, downclimbs, and optional jumps. Surrounded by waterfalls and canyon walls, you’ll push your limits, build skills, and finish the day with a true sense of accomplishment.
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Meeting and pickup information
- You will meet your guide at the Foggy Mountain Coffee Co. in Port Alice, from there you will follow your guide on your own vehicle to the trailhead (15-20minute drive)
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Western Canyoning Adventure- Vancouver Island
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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